Thymus Praecox Herb vs Plantago lanceolata

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Thymus Praecox Herb

Thymus praecox

Respiratory

Respiratory

Thymus Praecox Herb

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Plantago lanceolata

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Low-growing thyme species used in Alpine European folk medicine for coughs, antiseptic conditions, and digestive issues.

European plantain widely used for respiratory conditions and wound healing, rich in aucubin and mucilage.

Active Compounds

thymol, carvacrol, p-cymene, borneol

aucubin, catalpol, mucilage, tannins, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

cough syrup ingredient in Alpine folk medicine, antiseptic wound treatment, digestive spice herb

cough, bronchitis, wound healing, ear infections

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, expectorant, antifungal

expectorant, antimicrobial, wound healing, respiratory support

Adult Dosage

2-4g dried herb as tea

2-3g dried herb tea 3x/day

Contraindications

pregnancy - high doses, epilepsy

known allergy

Side Effects

mild GI upset

rare allergic reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E